1957 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 540 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Minor | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Tundra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3230 mm |